Adapted Physical Education Specialist Teaching Authorization
Program Overview
College of Health and Human Services
The College of Health and Human Services offers a range of programs designed to prepare students for careers in healthcare, education, and human services.
Kinesiology
The Kinesiology program is designed for students interested in the administration and implementation of physical activity programs. The program offers several options, including:
- Single Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education (K-12)
- Adapted Physical Education Specialist Teaching Authorization
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
- Option in Exercise Science
- Option in Fitness
- Option in Physical Education-Teacher Education
- Option in Sport Psychology and Leadership
- Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
Graduate Programs
The Kinesiology Graduate Program offers several options, including:
- Master of Arts in Kinesiology
- Option in Adapted Physical Education
- Option in Coaching and Student-Athlete Development
- Option in Pedagogical Studies
- Option in Sport Management
- Option in Individualized Studies
- Master of Science in Kinesiology
- Option in Exercise Science
- Option in Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Option in Sports Medicine and Injury Studies
- Option in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition
Adapted Physical Education Specialist Teaching Authorization
This program is designed for students interested in the administration and implementation of physical activity programs for persons with disabilities in K-12 schools. Completion of this program results in the Adapted Physical Education added authorization for holders of a current Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist basic teaching credential.
Requirements
To complete this program, students must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Concurrent enrollment in or completion of the Single Subject Physical Education teaching credential program or the Multiple Subject or Education Specialist teaching credential program
- Completion of the following courses:
- KIN 320 Adapted Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: BIOL 208. - KIN 387 Physical Activities for the Disabled (3)
Prerequisites: KIN 320. - KIN 388 Program Planning and Instruction in Adapted Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: KIN 387. Corequisites: KIN 489A. - KIN 427 Physical and Motor Assessment (3)
Prerequisites: KIN 315 or equivalent and KIN 320 or equivalent; upper-division undergraduate or graduate standing; consent of instructor required for graduate students prior to registration. - KIN 489A Field Work in Physical Activity Settings (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of Kinesiology course requirements for the major option in which field work is taken. - EDSP 350 Education of Exceptional Individuals (3)
Prerequisites: None.
- Select two courses from the following:
- ED P 405
- EDSP 577
- EDSP 578
- KIN 526
- ASLD 101
University Course Listings
The university offers a range of courses in various disciplines, including:
- KIN - Lower Division
- KIN - Upper Division
- KIN - Graduate Level
- ATEP - Lower Division
- ATEP - Upper Division